Hyun and Jang propose a modified classification system to better characterize the variety of different saddle nose deformities.

To understand patient-reported outcomes, satisfaction, and recovery after endoscopic brow-lift surgery to improve preoperative counseling Panella et al conducted a retrospective telephone survey of 57 patients who had endoscopic brow-lift or endoscopic brow-lift with concurrent rhytidectomy.

Alexander et al examine the etiology and treatment of alar retraction based on a series of specific rhinoplasty maneuvers and conclude that structurally supportive grafting can improve alar retraction.

Revenaugh et al describe a novel and effective method of incorporating a cutaneous skin paddle into pharyngeal reconstruction for direct clinical monitoring of anterolateral thigh free flaps.

To evaluate the use of polyethylene implants (Medpor; Porex Technologies) in the closure of nasal septal perforations (SPs), Cho et al studied 14 patients between March 2008 and February 2011. Patients underwent repair of their nasal SP with a polyethylene orbital floor sheet implant and were assessed for successful closure with an intact polyethylene graft and complete remucosalization by the 1-year follow-up visit.